The article reflects on the fascinating nature of orcas, particularly the role of older female orcas, who continue to contribute to their pods after menopause. Recent findings reveal new behaviors such as 'allokelping,' where orcas massage each other with kelp. This raises intriguing questions about the motivations behind such behaviors, hinting at either therapeutic or social bonding functions. The author juxtaposes these findings with the charismatic image of orca matriarchs while expressing concern over the performative nature of these interactions.
It seems off-putting. There's a nauseating mud-daubed couples' cute spa selfie or wearing matching thong swimwear to give each other a scrub at the mixed hammam session vibe to this kelp massage business.
New research is giving me pause. Now orcas in the Salish Sea off the coast of Washington state have been filmed picking kelp stalks and massaging each other with them.
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